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AVL 450S

1978 BMW R80

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,911 mi
Last recorded80,911 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 BMW R8040,096 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVL 450S
MakeBMW
ModelR80
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 80,911 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 80,901 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 80,891 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 80,891 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 80,748 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 79,708 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2020 79,418 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 78,286 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2018 77,371 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 77,371 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 16 May 2017 76,774 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 76,714 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 76,714 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 75,994 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 75,689 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2012 75,359 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 74,844 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 74,241 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 73,161 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 72,402 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 71,054 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R80?

Based on 35,460 MOT tests across 3,873 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
561
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 313
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 237
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 114
Horn not working 95
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AVL 450S is a 1978 BMW R80 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 BMW R80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,096 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R80 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVL 450S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R80 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this BMW R80 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AVL 450S?

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What year was AVL 450S registered?

AVL 450S is a 1978 BMW R80, first registered on 25 May 1978.

Is AVL 450S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVL 450S shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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